When I think that I only have 18 summers with my kids, and I realize many of those are already gone, I know I want to make each one count! As a new mom, it seemed the nighttime feedings and diaper changes would never end. Now I wonder whatever happened to my toddling, chubby babies when I watch my 7-year-old son zip around a soccer field or my 10-year-old daughter singing on stage in a musical theater production. Vacations are a fabulous way to come together as a family and live in the moment, away from the stresses of school, work and never-ending errands. Join me this Thursday at the Make Every Summer Count #KidsNTrips Twitter Party to chat all about summer outdoor travel fun. You might even win an incredible vacation prize package in Idaho, a nature lovers paradise!